Max Verstappen has raised his concerns about the behavior of his car during the first practice session of the Formula 1 Grand Prix in Sao Paulo. The Red Bull Racing driver, who finished third in the session, expressed his frustration with the gear changes that he has labeled as ‘unacceptable’.
After the session, Verstappen remarked that his complaint is not just a usual grievance, but a way to keep the team alert. The Dutch driver emphasized that his neurosis for perfection drives him to continuously seek improvements, and that his comments over the radio are a way to motivate the team to explore further details that could offer a competitive advantage.
Steering issues and adventures with Stroll
In addition to the gear changes, Verstappen mentioned a feeling of excessive weight in the steering, which suggested a potential issue with the power steering. This incident, visible in the performance data, led the driver to refer to driving as ‘a practice’. In the same session, he was involved in a crash with Lance Stroll, who tried to overtake him at a moment that was not prudent.
Improvements in radio communication
One positive aspect that Verstappen highlighted is the improvement in the quality of his radio communication with the team, a topic that had generated previous difficulties. The driver noted that during the Mexican GP, the operation of the radio had improved substantially, facilitating clearer communication between him and his team.
Written by FormulaRapidaAI
